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How To: Install a trailer hitch in a Dodge Grand Caravan
Learn how to install a trailer hitch on a Dodge Grand Caravan. This hitch uses all the original hardware on the vehicle so no extra drilling is required, but don't loose those bolts!
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Hyundai Entourage
This video shows you how to install a trailer hitch on a Hyundai Entourage. Video details the steps needed to lower exhaust, drill hole, and bolt trailer hitch into place.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Nissan Xterra
This video shows you how to install a trailer hitch on a Nissan Xterra. First step involved is opening the tailgate and lowering the spare tire, then the hitch can be installed on the frame.
How To: Use a folding trailer hitch mounted cargo carrier
This is unbelievably simple, but just in case you're unsure of how to put the folding cargo carrier on your trailer hitch and use it, this video has you covered.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Volvo S40
Installation of a trailer hitch on a Volvo S40 by expert installers. Video details the steps needed to drill holes, and bolt trailer hitch into place.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness on a Toyota Tacoma
An installer shows the steps needed to remove the tail lights, make wiring connections, and complete installation of the wiring harness for a trailer hitch on a Toyota Tacoma or Toyota pickup.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness on a Volvo S40
An installer shows the steps needed to remove panels, make wiring connections, and complete installation of the wiring harness for a trailer hitch on a Volvo S40.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness in a Jeep Lorado
An installer shows the steps needed to remove tail lights, make wiring connections, and complete installation of the wiring harness for a trailer hitch on a Jeep Lorado.
How To: Install a Trailer Wiring Harness on a Volvo XC90
See how to install a trailer wiring harness on a Volvo XC90. Take out the interior pieces, get down to the battery with the jack storage compartment, take out the panel to get access to the wiring for the lights. You will have to do some wire splicing as well.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness in a Chrysler 300
See how to install a trailer wiring harness in a Chrysler 300. This is a necessary component since it will power the brake lights and lights on your trailer.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness on a Subaru Forester
This video shows you how to install a trailer wiring harness on a Subaru Forester. All you have to do is get to the inside panel and get to the connector. When you don't need it, it can sit with the spare tire, when it is needed go ahead and pull it out.
How To: Install a Trailer Wiring Harness on an Isuzu Rodeo
This video shows you how to install a trailer wiring harness on an Isuzu Rodeo. The hard part is finding a place where you want to mount the port to get it out of the way.
How To: Install a gooseneck trailer hitch on a Ford F-150
This video shows you how to properly install a gooseneck trailer hitch on a Ford F150.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on an Isuzu Rodeo
See how to install a trailer hitch on an Isuzu Rodeo. The Hitch mounts to the side of the bumper brackets and will have a cross member that bolts on between the two brackets. They will mount on the side here and then a bracket will go across. First we'll install the brackets and then worry about the cross member.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Chevy Uplander
Professionals show you how to install a trailer hitch on a Chevy Uplander.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Dodge Caravan
A professional installer shows you how to install a trailer hitch on a Dodge Caravan. Video details the steps needed to bolt trailer hitch into place and check for clearance.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Chrysler 300
An expert installer shows you how to install a trailer hitch on a Chrysler 300. Video details the steps needed to lower exhaust, drill hole, and bolt trailer hitch into place.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Honda Odyssey
An expert installer shows how to complete the installation of a trailer hitch on a Honda Odyssey. Video shows helpful tips on how to position the trailer hitch and make the installation quick and easy.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness on a Honda Odyssey
An installer shows the steps needed to remove panels, make wiring connections, and complete installation of the wiring harness for a trailer hitch on a Honda Odyssey.
How To: Use a OSI swinging trailer hitch mount bike rack
This video shows you how easy it is to use an OSI swinging trailer hitch mount bike rack. Learn how to put bikes on it, secure and lock them.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Pontiac Vibe
This video shows you how to install a trailer hitch on a Pontiac Vibe. This model has preexisting fasteners in the frame so make sure they're in good shape before you use them.
How To: Put on a spare tire cover
It's almost as easy as it sounds - just don't forget to secure the cover to the spare tire by the two hooks. This video shows you how to put on a spare tire cover.
How To: Use the Thule Adapter Bar on a bike rack
Getting different styles of bikes on a bike rack can sometimes be a real challenge. You need a lot of patience and a geometry degree to get women's frame, alternative frame, or kids bike to set on the rack properly. Well rather than banging your head on the wall trying to get all the bikes to fit, now you can add a simple adapter bar to help arrange the bikes on the rack, neat and easy. This video demonstrates the Thule Adapter Bar, and shows just how quick and simple it is to use.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Chevy Aveo
The Chevy Aveo is a small efficient car, but that doesn't mean you have to go without a trailer hitch. See how to install a custom fit trailer hitch to the Aveo and carry a Class I bike rack or tow a small trailer.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Ford Escape Hybrid
Just because you have a hybrid, that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the functionality and convenience that a trailer hitch offers. This video shows just how simple it is to add a hitch to your hybrid suv so that you can continue to tow trailers, use a bike rack, cargo carrier, or any of the other hundreds of hitch mounted accessories available today.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Jeep Liberty
This video covers some great tips on how to make your trailer hitch installation go smoothly. It will explain how to clean out the bolt holes, make sure the hitch is aligned properly, and how to get a stubborn hole to line up.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a Subaru Forester
This video will take you through the steps needed to bolt up a trailer hitch to a Subaru Forester. It is a fairly straight forward installation but there are some tips you will want to be aware of, such as the order to install parts, that will make your installation go smoothly.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness in a Dodge Ram van
If you are going to be towing a trailer, or using auxiliary lights with your Dodge Ram 1500 full size van, you are going to need to install a T-One wiring harness. This installation could not get any easier, if you know how to use a plug and some zip ties, you can do it. This video shows where to locate the needed plug and how to test the wiring to make sure it works properly.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness on a Chevy Aveo
If you want to pull a small trailer with the Chevy Aveo, you are going to need some wiring for the trailer lights. This video will demonstrate how easy it is to connect a modulite circuit protected wiring harness. Now, even though you don't have a truck, you can run to the hardware store to pick up supplies and it will be safe, convenient, and legal.
How To: Install a wiring harness on a Chevy Express van
f you are going to be towing a trailer, using an enclosed cargo carrier with lights, or if you want to use an electrical accessory (such as lights, or a winch) you are going to need to add a wiring harness. This video will show how to install a wiring harness on a Chevy Express full size van. It also includes some helpful tips about installing the ground wire, using dielectric grease, and installing a bracket to hold the wires so they are protected from damage.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness on a Jeep Liberty
If you are going to tow a trailer, or if you want to wire up some accessories that need power, such as a winch or utility lights, you are going to need to install a wiring harness. This video shows you, step by step, how to complete the installation. There are some tips that will explain how to remove the tail lights, remove the plugs, install the ground, route the wires, and avoid damage to your Jeep Liberty.
How To: Install a T-One vehicle wiring harness on a Forester
If you are going to use your Subaru Forester to tow, carry a cargo carrier that has lights, or if you have accessories that need power, you are going to need to install a T-One vehicle wiring harness. This video will demonstrate the simple installation of the harness on a 2007 Subaru Forester and includes tips showing which panels need to be removed, where to access the needed plugs, and good locations for the wires and module box.
How To: Install a custom hitch on a Chevy Express van
This video is a good example of just how easy it can be to install your own custom fit hitch. To install the hitch on a Chevy Express full size van, drop in the bolts, torque them down, and you are finished.
How To: Install a Trailer Wiring Harness with No Tow Package
This video shows how to install a vehicle wiring harness, so that you can tow a trailer, on a vehicle that does not have a factory tow package. Most vehicles will have custom T-one connectors available which will simply plug into the vehicles wiring. If your vehicle does not have a custom fit wiring harness available you can hardwire the connection. Despite its name, hardwiring is not that hard, and this video will demonstrate how it is done on a 2006 Ford E-350 that does not have a tow package.
How To: Install Hidden Hitch trailer hitch on a GMC Savana van
An expert installer shows how to complete the installation of a Hidden Hitch trailer hitch on a GMC Savana van. He explains the straight forward bolt on hitch installation and offers tips on how to achieve proper alignment.
How To: Install Hidden Hitch trailer hitch on a '08 Mazda CX-9
An expert installer shows how to complete the installation of a Hidden Hitch trailer hitch on the 2008 Mazda CX-9. Video shows helpful tips on how to position the trailer hitch and make the installation quick and easy.
How To: Install a trailer hitch on a 2008 Toyota Highlander
An installer gives step by step instructions on how to remove decorative panels, remove tow hooks, lower the exhaust pipe, and install a Valley trailer hitch on a Highlander. Video also shows what to do if one of your holes does not align perfectly. If you need help removing the exhaust pipe from the rubber hanger, part two shows that.
How To: Drill holes in the spare tire pan for a trailer hitch
An installer shows how to temp set a hitch in place so that you can drill holes in the correct location on the spare tire pan.
How To: Enlarge a vehicle frame hole for a trailer hitch
An installer shows how to drill out an existing frame hole to make it larger to accommodate the installation of a trailer hitch.
How To: Install a trailer wiring harness on a Toyota Camry
An installer from etrailer.com shows the steps needed to remove panels, make wiring connections, and complete installation of the wiring harness for a trailer hitch on a Toyota Camry. This is necessary for brakes and lights to work properly on the trailer.